# Bisong Ko

**High School Student (Grade 9)** — Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Republic of Korea

> High school student at Branksome Hall Asia with a strong focus on STEM, particularly neuroscience and medicine, demonstrated through research programs, internships, and founding multiple science-focused clubs.

Career Archetype: **All-Terrain Summiteer** (HB-DX) — One of the first All-Terrain Summiteers on Saywise

## Links

- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/bisonggg

## Experience

### Coordinator, To the Light (2023-01 – present)
Jeju, Republic of Korea · Coordinating an educational enrichment program for underprivileged children from single-mother families. The program teaches foundational English and Science skills to local youth in need.

### Intern, Himchan Hospital (2022-07 – 2022-07)
Incheon, Republic of Korea · Participated in an immersive internship observing clinical operations including outpatient care, surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, and physical therapy sessions.

## Education

### Pre-College Program - Neuroscience, Columbia University (2023-07 – 2023-08)

### Secondary Education (IB MYP), Branksome Hall Asia (2018-01 – 2026-06)
Academic Excellence Awards in Korean Language & Literature, Physical Health Education (2022-2023) and General Sciences (2021-2022); Grade 9 Athletic Council Representative, Grade 8 Beta Kappa Council Representative

## Projects

### MediLab
Community for future medical practitioners at BHA · Founded and led a student community focused on scientific exploration through hands-on experiments including aspirin manufacturing and blood coagulation research. Members developed foundational scientific skills and values of service.

### Anatomy Club
Specialized anatomy exploration group at BHA · Co-led a club providing students with opportunities to dissect and study pig hearts and lungs while conducting comprehensive research into circulatory system anatomy.

### Dayuk Pop
Plant pot crafting and marketing initiative · Founded a group that designed, crafted, and marketed plant pots as a fundraising initiative. Successfully raised and donated funds to support the Korean Red Cross organization.

### Biostory
Educational children's book series on human body systems · Authored and published an educational book series introducing children to human body systems. Donated completed volumes to a local children's center to support community literacy and science education.

### Yearbook Academy
School photography and editing · Photographed school events, sports competitions, and orchestra concerts for the annual yearbook. Mentored new members in Photoshop photo editing techniques.

## Skills

Python, C Programming, Xojo, Photoshop, PowerPoint, iMovie, Korean, English, Science, Mathematics, Basketball, Medical Science, Research

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